West Milwaukee, WI
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4,096
TOTAL POPULATION
2,130
MALE POPULATION
1,966
FEMALE POPULATION
108.34
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.30
FEMALES / 100 MALES
36.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,102
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,864
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$46,220
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
47.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
52.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,199
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in West Milwaukee
The most populous races in West Milwaukee are White / Caucasian (2,408 | 58.8%), Hispanic or Latino (1,252 | 30.6%), and Black / African American (661 | 16.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 661 | 16.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,252 | 30.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 88 | 2.1% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,408 | 58.8% |
| Two or more Races | 544 | 13.3% |
| Some other Race | 395 | 9.6% |
| Total | 4,096 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in West Milwaukee
The most populous ancestries reported in West Milwaukee are Mexican (1,103 | 26.9%), German (721 | 17.6%), Polish (280 | 6.8%), Italian (247 | 6.0%), and Irish (215 | 5.2%), together accounting for 62.6% of all West Milwaukee residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 68 | 1.7% |
| American | 70 | 1.7% |
| Austrian | 52 | 1.3% |
| Belgian | 17 | 0.4% |
| British | 36 | 0.9% |
| Canadian | 34 | 0.8% |
| Chippewa | 19 | 0.5% |
| Croatian | 11 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 37 | 0.9% |
| Czech | 25 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 14 | 0.3% |
| English | 119 | 2.9% |
| European | 87 | 2.1% |
| Finnish | 9 | 0.2% |
| French | 195 | 4.8% |
| German | 721 | 17.6% |
| Greek | 7 | 0.2% |
| Hungarian | 21 | 0.5% |
| Irish | 215 | 5.2% |
| Iroquois | 56 | 1.4% |
| Italian | 247 | 6.0% |
| Jamaican | 19 | 0.5% |
| Kiowa | 17 | 0.4% |
| Menominee | 28 | 0.7% |
| Mexican | 1,103 | 26.9% |
| Mexican American Indian | 15 | 0.4% |
| Northern European | 22 | 0.5% |
| Norwegian | 49 | 1.2% |
| Polish | 280 | 6.8% |
| Puerto Rican | 112 | 2.7% |
| Russian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 12 | 0.3% |
| Scottish | 8 | 0.2% |
| Sioux | 12 | 0.3% |
| Slovene | 16 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 68 | 1.7% |
| Swedish | 28 | 0.7% |
| Welsh | 27 | 0.7% | View All 38 Rows |
Immigrants in West Milwaukee
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Milwaukee came from Latin America (498 | 12.2%), Central America (461 | 11.3%), Mexico (461 | 11.3%), Caribbean (37 | 0.9%), and Cuba (37 | 0.9%), together accounting for 36.5% of all West Milwaukee residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 2 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 7 | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 37 | 0.9% |
| Central America | 461 | 11.3% |
| Cuba | 37 | 0.9% |
| Eastern Africa | 2 | 0.1% |
| Kenya | 2 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 498 | 12.2% |
| Mexico | 461 | 11.3% | View All 9 Rows |
Sex and Age in West Milwaukee
Sex and Age in West Milwaukee
The most populous age groups in West Milwaukee are 25 to 29 Years (319 | 15.0%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (321 | 16.3%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 111 (5.2%) | 102 (5.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 156 (7.3%) | 123 (6.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 147 (6.9%) | 91 (4.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 60 (2.8%) | 176 (8.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 36 (1.7%) | 50 (2.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 319 (15.0%) | 207 (10.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 151 (7.1%) | 174 (8.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 319 (15.0%) | 147 (7.5%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 82 (3.8%) | 79 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 83 (3.9%) | 124 (6.3%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 170 (8.0%) | 113 (5.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 103 (4.8%) | 80 (4.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 112 (5.3%) | 105 (5.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 203 (9.5%) | 321 (16.3%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 39 (1.8%) | 66 (3.4%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 28 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 11 (0.5%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| Total | 2,130 (100.0%) | 1,966 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in West Milwaukee
Median Family Size in West Milwaukee
The median family size in West Milwaukee is 3.28 persons per family, with married-couple families (399 | 53.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.52 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (192 | 25.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.84 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 399 (53.7%) | 3.52 |
| Single Male/Father | 152 (20.5%) | 3.18 |
| Single Female/Mother | 192 (25.8%) | 2.84 |
| Total Families | 743 (100.0%) | 3.28 |
Median Household Size in West Milwaukee
The median household size in West Milwaukee is 2.05 persons per household, with married-couple households (399 | 20.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.52 persons per household. non-family households (1,246 | 62.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 399 (20.1%) | 3.52 |
| Single Male/Father | 152 (7.6%) | 3.39 |
| Single Female/Mother | 192 (9.7%) | 3.13 |
| Non-family | 1,246 (62.6%) | 1.24 |
| Total Households | 1,989 (100.0%) | 2.05 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Milwaukee
Out of a total of 1,989 households in West Milwaukee, 743 (37.4%) are family households, while 1,246 (62.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 285, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,023.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,023 (51.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 285 (14.3%) | 223 (11.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 224 (11.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 106 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 27 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 101 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 743 (37.4%) | 1,246 (62.6%) |
Female Fertility in West Milwaukee
Fertility by Age in West Milwaukee
Average fertility rate in West Milwaukee is 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 29 (100.0%) | 67.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 29 (100.0%) | 30.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Milwaukee
24.1% of women with births (29) in West Milwaukee are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 75.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 75.9% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 7 (24.1%) | 22 (75.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7 (24.1%) | 22 (75.9%) |
Fertility by Education in West Milwaukee
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 22 (75.9%) | 81.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (24.1%) | 30.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 29 (100.0%) | 30.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Milwaukee
75.9% of women with births in West Milwaukee are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 7 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 7 (24.1%) | 22 (75.9%) |
Income in West Milwaukee
Income Overview in West Milwaukee
Per Capita Income in West Milwaukee is $28,102, while median incomes of families and households are $75,864 and $46,220 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 4,096 | $28,102 |
| Median Family Income | 743 | $75,864 |
| Mean Family Income | 743 | $78,198 |
| Median Household Income | 1,989 | $46,220 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,989 | $55,052 |
| Income Deficit | 743 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 4,096 | 47.78% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 4,096 | 52.22¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 4,096 | 0.40 |
Earnings by Sex in West Milwaukee
Average Earnings in West Milwaukee are $34,537, $45,848 for men and $23,940 for women, a difference of 47.8%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,239 (51.4%) | $45,848 |
| Female | 1,173 (48.6%) | $23,940 |
| Total | 2,412 (100.0%) | $34,537 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Milwaukee
The most common earnings brackets in West Milwaukee are $45,000 to $49,999 for men (250 | 20.2%) and $7,500 to $9,999 for women (128 | 10.9%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 30 (2.4%) | 85 (7.2%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 20 (1.6%) | 19 (1.6%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 75 (6.4%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 12 (1.0%) | 128 (10.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 45 (3.6%) | 107 (9.1%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 44 (3.5%) | 74 (6.3%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 44 (3.5%) | 26 (2.2%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 10 (0.8%) | 46 (3.9%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 25 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (3.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 202 (16.3%) | 121 (10.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 49 (4.0%) | 8 (0.7%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 16 (1.3%) | 87 (7.4%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 57 (4.6%) | 51 (4.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 250 (20.2%) | 48 (4.1%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 23 (1.9%) | 40 (3.4%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 97 (7.8%) | 49 (4.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 88 (7.1%) | 85 (7.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 141 (11.4%) | 68 (5.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 86 (6.9%) | 10 (0.9%) |
| Total | 1,239 (100.0%) | 1,173 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Milwaukee
Average earnings in West Milwaukee are $46,110 for men and $26,899 for women, a difference of 41.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $88,021, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $27,727. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $73,036, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,100.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $75,417 | $11,100 |
| High School Diploma | $27,727 | $26,908 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,398 | $0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $55,266 | $73,036 |
| Graduate Degree | $88,021 | $0 |
| Total | $46,110 | $26,899 |
Family Income in West Milwaukee
Family Income Brackets in West Milwaukee
According to the West Milwaukee family income data, there are 213 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 28.7% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 11 families (1.5%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 26 | 3.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 13 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 33 | 4.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 37 | 5.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 100 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 139 | 18.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 155 | 20.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 213 | 28.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 16 | 2.2% |
| $200,000+ | 11 | 1.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Milwaukee
3-person families (262 | 35.3%) account for the highest median family income in West Milwaukee with $96,136 per family, while 3-person families (262 | 35.3%) have the highest median income of $32,045 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 290 (39.0%) | $52,986 |
| 3-Person Families | 262 (35.3%) | $96,136 |
| 4-Person Families | 76 (10.2%) | $77,230 |
| 5-Person Families | 41 (5.5%) | $79,398 |
| 6-Person Families | 74 (10.0%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 743 (100.0%) | $75,864 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in West Milwaukee
The median family income in West Milwaukee is $75,864, with families comprising 3+ earners (133) having the highest median family income of $106,125, while families with no earners (36) have the lowest median family income of $52,500, accounting for 17.9% and 4.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 36 (4.9%) | $52,500 |
| 1 Earner | 259 (34.9%) | $52,660 |
| 2 Earners | 315 (42.4%) | $90,655 |
| 3+ Earners | 133 (17.9%) | $106,125 |
| Total | 743 (100.0%) | $75,864 |
Household Income in West Milwaukee
Household Income Brackets in West Milwaukee
With 571 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in West Milwaukee, accounting for 28.7% of all households. In contrast, only 12 households (0.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 163 | 8.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 173 | 8.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 187 | 9.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 123 | 6.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 571 | 28.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 243 | 12.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 235 | 11.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 227 | 11.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 56 | 2.8% |
| $200,000+ | 12 | 0.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in West Milwaukee
The median household income in West Milwaukee is $46,220, with the highest median household income of $52,614 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 866 households (43.5%) fall into this category.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 866 (43.5%) | $52,614 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 593 (29.8%) | $44,438 |
| 65+ Years | 530 (26.7%) | $31,306 |
| Total | 1,989 (100.0%) | $46,220 |
Poverty in West Milwaukee
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Milwaukee
With 13.4% poverty level for males and 18.1% for females among the residents of West Milwaukee, 65 to 74 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 111 males (45.9%) and 21 females (70.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 18 (16.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (7.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 12 (8.4%) | 21 (70.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (8.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (9.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 40 (10.0%) | 104 (46.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 70 (27.7%) | 18 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 33 (15.3%) | 64 (34.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 111 (45.9%) | 89 (23.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 286 (13.4%) | 354 (18.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Milwaukee
According to the poverty statistics in West Milwaukee, males aged 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 93 (83.8%) | 102 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 40 (100.0%) | 57 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 118 (100.0%) | 118 (92.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 131 (91.6%) | 9 (30.0%) |
| 15 Years | 4 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 10 (100.0%) | 73 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 82 (100.0%) | 140 (91.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 470 (100.0%) | 345 (90.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 361 (90.0%) | 122 (54.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 183 (72.3%) | 219 (92.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 182 (84.7%) | 121 (65.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 131 (54.1%) | 296 (76.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (94.9%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,842 (86.6%) | 1,606 (81.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Milwaukee
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 209 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 121 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 69 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 399 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Milwaukee
According to the poverty data in West Milwaukee, 7.9% or 12 single-father households and 24.5% or 47 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (16.4%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 34 households (32.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (16.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 12 (16.4%) | 34 (32.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 12 (7.9%) | 47 (24.5%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Milwaukee
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (9.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 46 (26.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (17.2%) |
Employment Characteristics in West Milwaukee
Employment by Class of Employer in West Milwaukee
Among the 2,018 employed individuals in West Milwaukee, private company employees (1,524 | 75.5%), not-for-profit organizations (236 | 11.7%), and local government employees (73 | 3.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,524 | 75.5% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 50 | 2.5% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 65 | 3.2% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 236 | 11.7% |
| Local Government Employees | 73 | 3.6% |
| State Government Employees | 21 | 1.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 49 | 2.4% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,018 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in West Milwaukee
According to the labor force statistics for West Milwaukee, out of the total population over 16 years of age (3,362), 65.4% or 2,199 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.0% or 110 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 98.1% or 516 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.8% or 27 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 130 (56.0%) | 27 (20.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 65 (75.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 516 (98.1%) | 32 (6.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 304 (93.5%) | 7 (2.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 556 (88.7%) | 8 (1.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 317 (64.7%) | 36 (11.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 151 (82.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 101 (46.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 58 (9.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,199 (65.4%) | 110 (5.0%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Milwaukee
According to labor force statistics for West Milwaukee, 82.1% of individuals (1,944) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,368) are in the labor force, with 4.3% or 84 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 91.1% or 432 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.4% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 168 (63.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 690 (77.3%) | 57 (6.4%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 655 (89.0%) | 44 (6.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 432 (91.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,944 (82.1%) | 102 (4.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in West Milwaukee
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Milwaukee are Community & Social Service (154 | 7.4%), Management (134 | 6.4%), Education Instruction & Library (105 | 5.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (97 | 4.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (87 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Milwaukee, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Business & Financial (63.9%), and Computers & Mathematics (38.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (90.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 43 (32.1%) | 91 (67.9%) |
| Business & Financial | 39 (63.9%) | 22 (36.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 27 (31.0%) | 60 (69.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 19 (38.8%) | 30 (61.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 30 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 34 (22.1%) | 120 (77.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 1 (10.0%) | 9 (90.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 23 (21.9%) | 82 (78.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 10 (25.6%) | 29 (74.4%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 33 (34.0%) | 64 (66.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 58 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 176 (33.0%) | 357 (67.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,102 (52.8%) | 986 (47.2%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in West Milwaukee are Food Preparation & Serving (194 | 9.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (71 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (13 | 0.6%), Law Enforcement (13 | 0.6%), and Healthcare Support (11 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in West Milwaukee, the most male-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (80.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (64.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (35.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 126 (64.9%) | 68 (35.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 57 (80.3%) | 14 (19.7%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 194 (67.1%) | 95 (32.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,102 (52.8%) | 986 (47.2%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Milwaukee are Office & Administration (374 | 17.9%), and Sales & Related (259 | 12.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 80 (30.9%) | 179 (69.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 118 (31.6%) | 256 (68.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 198 (31.3%) | 435 (68.7%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,102 (52.8%) | 986 (47.2%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Milwaukee are Construction & Extraction (179 | 8.6%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (72 | 3.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 179 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 72 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 251 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,102 (52.8%) | 986 (47.2%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Milwaukee are Production (309 | 14.8%), Material Moving (62 | 3.0%), and Transportation (11 | 0.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 244 (79.0%) | 65 (21.0%) |
| Transportation | 11 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 28 (45.2%) | 34 (54.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 283 (74.1%) | 99 (25.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,102 (52.8%) | 986 (47.2%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in West Milwaukee
Employment Industries in West Milwaukee
The major employment industries in West Milwaukee include Manufacturing (418 | 20.0%), Retail Trade (392 | 18.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (220 | 10.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (205 | 9.8%), and Construction (195 | 9.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Milwaukee
The West Milwaukee industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Information (96.1%), and Manufacturing (79.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Public Administration (100.0%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 195 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 333 (79.7%) | 85 (20.3%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 140 (35.7%) | 252 (64.3%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 17 (54.8%) | 14 (45.2%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (100.0%) |
| Information | 73 (96.1%) | 3 (4.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 95 (77.9%) | 27 (22.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 13 (65.0%) | 7 (35.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 8 (13.6%) | 51 (86.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 23 (24.7%) | 70 (75.3%) |
| Educational Services | 11 (8.3%) | 121 (91.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 35 (15.9%) | 185 (84.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (100.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 137 (66.8%) | 68 (33.2%) |
| Public Administration | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (100.0%) |
| Total | 1,102 (52.8%) | 986 (47.2%) |
Education in West Milwaukee
School Enrollment in West Milwaukee
The most common levels of schooling among the 927 students in West Milwaukee are college / undergraduate (224 | 24.2%), high school (218 | 23.5%), and middle school (213 | 23.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 17 | 1.8% |
| Kindergarten | 29 | 3.1% |
| Elementary School | 184 | 19.9% |
| Middle School | 213 | 23.0% |
| High School | 218 | 23.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 224 | 24.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 42 | 4.5% |
| Total | 927 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Milwaukee
Out of a total of 927 students who are enrolled in schools in West Milwaukee, 222 (23.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 705 (76.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 131 (96.3% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 116 (53.2%) | 102 (46.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 165 (69.3%) | 73 (30.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 83 (95.4%) | 4 (4.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 131 (96.3%) | 5 (3.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 21 (80.8%) | 5 (19.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 156 (87.6%) | 22 (12.4%) |
| 35 Years and over | 33 (80.5%) | 8 (19.5%) |
| Total | 705 (76.1%) | 222 (23.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Milwaukee
Multidisciplinary studies (87 | 15.9%), visual & performing arts (86 | 15.7%), business (58 | 10.6%), liberal arts & history (50 | 9.1%), and communications (49 | 8.9%) are the most common fields of study among 549 individuals in West Milwaukee who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 27 | 4.9% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 31 | 5.7% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 20 | 3.6% |
| Psychology | 36 | 6.6% |
| Social Sciences | 12 | 2.2% |
| Engineering | 7 | 1.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 87 | 15.9% |
| Science & Technology | 48 | 8.7% |
| Business | 58 | 10.6% |
| Education | 31 | 5.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 50 | 9.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 86 | 15.7% |
| Communications | 49 | 8.9% |
| Arts & Humanities | 7 | 1.3% |
| Total | 549 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in West Milwaukee
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Milwaukee
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Milwaukee are males with 2 vehicles (412, accounting for 37.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (413, making up 44.4%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 27 (2.5%) | 53 (5.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 365 (33.5%) | 209 (22.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 412 (37.8%) | 413 (44.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 237 (21.7%) | 150 (16.2%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 35 (3.2%) | 63 (6.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 14 (1.3%) | 39 (4.2%) |
| Total | 1,090 (100.0%) | 927 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in West Milwaukee
The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Milwaukee are 15 to 19 minutes (784 commuters, 41.3%), 20 to 24 minutes (236 commuters, 12.4%), and 10 to 14 minutes (218 commuters, 11.5%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 23 | 1.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 190 | 10.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 218 | 11.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 784 | 41.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 236 | 12.4% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 96 | 5.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 206 | 10.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 15 | 0.8% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 8 | 0.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 60 | 3.2% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 50 | 2.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 11 | 0.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in West Milwaukee
The most common commute times in West Milwaukee are 15 to 19 minutes (491 commuters, 46.8%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (293 commuters, 34.6%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 23 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 15 (1.4%) | 175 (20.7%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 104 (9.9%) | 114 (13.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 491 (46.8%) | 293 (34.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 125 (11.9%) | 111 (13.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 70 (6.7%) | 26 (3.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 159 (15.1%) | 47 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 15 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 8 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (7.1%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 29 (2.8%) | 21 (2.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 11 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Milwaukee
The most frequent times of departure to work in West Milwaukee are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (277, 26.4%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (206, 24.3%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 31 (2.9%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 88 (8.4%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 29 (2.8%) | 26 (3.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 168 (16.0%) | 53 (6.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (4.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 277 (26.4%) | 93 (11.0%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 80 (7.6%) | 110 (13.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 100 (9.5%) | 195 (23.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 33 (3.1%) | 10 (1.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 55 (5.2%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 20 (1.9%) | 59 (7.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 8 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 71 (6.8%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 90 (8.6%) | 206 (24.3%) |
| Total | 1,050 (100.0%) | 847 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in West Milwaukee
Occupancy by Ownership in West Milwaukee
Of the total 1,989 dwellings in West Milwaukee, owner-occupied units account for 569 (28.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,420 (71.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 569 | 28.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,420 | 71.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,989 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in West Milwaukee
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,023 | 51.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 508 | 25.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 224 | 11.3% |
| 4+ Person Household | 234 | 11.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,989 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Milwaukee
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 151 (14.8%) | 872 (85.2%) |
| 2-Person Household | 186 (36.6%) | 322 (63.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 74 (33.0%) | 150 (67.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 158 (67.5%) | 76 (32.5%) |
| Total Housing Units | 569 (28.6%) | 1,420 (71.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Milwaukee
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 30 (12.6%) | 209 (87.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 316 (39.7%) | 481 (60.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 165 (28.0%) | 424 (72.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 58 (15.9%) | 306 (84.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Milwaukee
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 509 | 25.6% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 357 | 17.9% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 302 | 15.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 291 | 14.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 493 | 24.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 37 | 1.9% |
| 85 Years and Over | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,989 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in West Milwaukee
Median Income by Occupancy in West Milwaukee
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 569 (28.6%) | $61,563 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,420 (71.4%) | $43,942 |
| Average | 1,989 (100.0%) | $46,220 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Milwaukee
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 112 (7.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 29 (5.1%) | 23 (1.6%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 10 (1.8%) | 164 (11.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 10 (1.8%) | 105 (7.4%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 72 (5.1%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 63 (11.1%) | 61 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 90 (15.8%) | 480 (33.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 131 (23.0%) | 111 (7.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 101 (17.7%) | 134 (9.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 99 (17.4%) | 128 (9.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 36 (6.3%) | 30 (2.1%) |
| Total | 569 (100.0%) | 1,420 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Milwaukee
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 45 (3.2%) |
| $300 to $499 | 25 (4.4%) | 185 (13.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 115 (20.2%) | 349 (24.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 35 (6.1%) | 399 (28.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 211 (37.1%) | 282 (19.9%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 123 (21.6%) | 126 (8.9%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 60 (10.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 569 (100.0%) | 1,420 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in West Milwaukee
Housing Structures in West Milwaukee
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 409 | 20.6% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 47 | 2.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 670 | 33.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 74 | 3.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 254 | 12.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 535 | 26.9% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,989 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Milwaukee
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 330 (80.7%) | 79 (19.3%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 18 (38.3%) | 29 (61.7%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 221 (33.0%) | 449 (67.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 254 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 535 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 569 (28.6%) | 1,420 (71.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Milwaukee
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (2.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 546 (38.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 240 (42.2%) | 634 (44.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 201 (35.3%) | 174 (12.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 128 (22.5%) | 30 (2.1%) |
| Total | 569 (100.0%) | 1,420 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Milwaukee
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 540 (94.9%) | 1,213 (85.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (3.4%) |
| Electricity | 13 (2.3%) | 159 (11.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 16 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 569 (100.0%) | 1,420 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in West Milwaukee
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 46 (8.1%) | 280 (19.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 128 (22.5%) | 816 (57.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 215 (37.8%) | 240 (16.9%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 180 (31.6%) | 84 (5.9%) |
| Total | 569 (100.0%) | 1,420 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in West Milwaukee
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Milwaukee
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 170 | 399 |
| Median Property Value | $180,600 | $199,500 |
| Median Household Income | $38,889 | $28 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $591 | $0 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $3,532 | $0 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Milwaukee
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (3.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 60 (35.3%) | 7 (1.8%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 94 (55.3%) | 328 (82.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 49 (12.3%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 16 (9.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 170 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Milwaukee
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 9 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 10 (5.9%) | 20 (5.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 53 (31.2%) | 10 (2.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 34 (20.0%) | 10 (2.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 9 (5.3%) | 56 (14.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 33 (19.4%) | 122 (30.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14 (8.2%) | 68 (17.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 8 (4.7%) | 85 (21.3%) |
| Total | 170 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Milwaukee
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 55 (32.4%) | 66,250 (16,604.0%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 9 (5.3%) | 146 (36.6%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (14.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 106 (62.4%) | 88 (22.1%) |
| Total | 170 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Milwaukee
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 8 (2.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 170 (100.0%) | 27 (6.8%) |
| Total | 170 (100.0%) | 399 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in West Milwaukee
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Milwaukee
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 310 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 592 (93.7%) | 40 (6.3%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 140 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 633 (77.1%) | 188 (22.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 524 (83.6%) | 103 (16.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 417 (85.1%) | 73 (14.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 351 (87.7%) | 49 (12.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 618 (98.6%) | 9 (1.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,628 (88.7%) | 462 (11.3%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Milwaukee
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 310 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 592 (93.7%) | 40 (6.3%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 140 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Milwaukee
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 597 (92.4%) | 49 (7.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,034 (91.2%) | 100 (8.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 503 (82.5%) | 107 (17.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 553 (87.2%) | 81 (12.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 922 (88.1%) | 125 (11.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Milwaukee
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 113 (36.4%) | 197 (63.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 303 (47.9%) | 291 (46.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 140 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 171 (20.8%) | 515 (62.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 65 (10.4%) | 459 (73.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 141 (28.8%) | 292 (59.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 207 (51.7%) | 184 (46.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 617 (98.4%) | 177 (28.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43 (100.0%) | 21 (48.8%) |
| Total | 1,660 (40.6%) | 2,276 (55.6%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Milwaukee
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 14 (4.4%) | 9 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (4.0%) | 9 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 156 (17.9%) | 132 (20.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 43 (17.8%) | 247 (64.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (23.1%) | 4 (100.0%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Milwaukee
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 63 (7.2%) | 7 (1.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (4.1%) | 10 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 12 (1.4%) | 20 (3.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 161 (41.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 14 (4.4%) | 9 (3.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 22 (4.0%) | 9 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 72 (8.3%) | 54 (8.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (3.7%) | 9 (2.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 23 (2.6%) | 77 (11.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 33 (13.6%) | 86 (22.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 9 (23.1%) | 4 (100.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 29 (4.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 11 (4.5%) | 19 (4.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
Technology Access in West Milwaukee
Computing Device Access in West Milwaukee
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,372 | 69.0% |
| Smartphone | 1,582 | 79.5% |
| Tablet | 1,129 | 56.8% |
| No Computing Device | 281 | 14.1% |
| Total | 1,989 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in West Milwaukee
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,364 | 68.6% |
| Cellular Data Only | 267 | 13.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 49 | 2.5% |
| No Internet | 326 | 16.4% |
| Total | 1,989 | 100.0% |
West Milwaukee Summary
History
West Milwaukee is a village located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It is bordered by the city of Milwaukee to the east and the village of Wauwatosa to the west. The village was first settled in 1835 by a group of German immigrants led by John Jacob Astor. The village was originally known as "Astor's Settlement" and was later renamed West Milwaukee in 1845.
The village was incorporated in 1892 and has since grown to a population of over 4,000 people. The village is home to several businesses, including the West Milwaukee Industrial Park, which is home to several manufacturing companies.
Geography
West Milwaukee is located in southeastern Wisconsin, approximately 10 miles west of downtown Milwaukee. The village is situated on the Milwaukee River and is bordered by the city of Milwaukee to the east and the village of Wauwatosa to the west. The village covers an area of 1.7 square miles and has a population of 4,072 people, as of the 2010 census.
The village is located in the Central Lowland region of the United States and is characterized by flat terrain and rolling hills. The climate is humid continental, with cold winters and hot, humid summers.
Economy
West Milwaukee is home to several businesses, including the West Milwaukee Industrial Park, which is home to several manufacturing companies. The village is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses.
The village has a median household income of $45,845, which is slightly higher than the state median of $45,406. The unemployment rate in West Milwaukee is 4.2%, which is lower than the state average of 4.5%.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, West Milwaukee had a population of 4,072 people. The racial makeup of the village was 87.2% White, 5.2% African American, 0.7% Native American, 1.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 3.2% from other races, and 2.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.2% of the population.
The median age in West Milwaukee is 37.2 years, with 24.2% of the population under the age of 18 and 11.2% over the age of 65. The median household income is $45,845, which is slightly higher than the state median of $45,406. The unemployment rate in West Milwaukee is 4.2%, which is lower than the state average of 4.5%.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of West Milwaukee?
Total Population of West Milwaukee is 4,096.
What is the Total Male Population of West Milwaukee?
Total Male Population of West Milwaukee is 2,130.
What is the Total Female Population of West Milwaukee?
Total Female Population of West Milwaukee is 1,966.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Milwaukee?
There are 108.34 Males per 100 Females in West Milwaukee.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Milwaukee?
There are 92.30 Females per 100 Males in West Milwaukee.
What is the Median Population Age in West Milwaukee?
Median Population Age in West Milwaukee is 36.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Milwaukee
Average Family Size in West Milwaukee is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Milwaukee
Average Household Size in West Milwaukee is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Milwaukee?
Per Capita income in West Milwaukee is $28,102.
What is the Median Family Income in West Milwaukee?
Median Family Income in West Milwaukee is $75,864.
What is the Median Household income in West Milwaukee?
Median Household Income in West Milwaukee is $46,220.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Milwaukee?
Income or Wage Gap in West Milwaukee is 47.8%.
Women in West Milwaukee earn 52.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Milwaukee?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Milwaukee is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Milwaukee?
There are 2,199 People in the Labor Forcein in West Milwaukee.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Milwaukee?
65.4% of People are in the Labor Force in West Milwaukee.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Milwaukee?
Unemployment Rate in West Milwaukee is 5.0%.